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Displaying Articles for News: Media Relations, Category: Weekly Spotlight

Dec 4th, 2024
“Visiting Japan and Korea had been a dream of mine for a long time and to be able to do that while simultaneously studying in my future career field seemed like a perfect and once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”
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Dec 3rd, 2024
“The Interdisciplinary Studies program has given me the flexibility to tailor my education to my interests, allowing me to explore a wide range of topics and develop a well-rounded skill set."
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Dec 2nd, 2024
"I’ve become familiar and comfortable with the different ‘seasons’ of the recruiting process and look forward to being able to apply all this experience after I graduate."
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Nov 21st, 2024
"We're not designed to do this life alone. The ability to have others around you who will rally around you in times of need and also challenge you has totally shaped how my college years have turned out."
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Nov 1st, 2024
Serving as a classroom teacher before officially graduating may sound intimidating, but Goodman seized the opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience.
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May 1st, 2024
“I chose WKU because out of all the schools I auditioned at and toured this was the only one where I immediately felt like the faculty were invested in my future both as a student and as a person."
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Apr 29th, 2024
Graduating senior Savannah Stevens chose WKU because of the rich tradition, community, and opportunity it offers students - opportunities that she made the most of during her time on the Hill.
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Apr 26th, 2024
“I was particularly drawn to the entrepreneurship major they offered because I was seeking something to help me grow my own video production business, which I started in 2016."
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Apr 24th, 2024
By honing skills during project-based learning opportunities, cultivating a strong support network on campus and giving back through leadership roles, graduating senior Carelynn Hartmann built a strong foundation for her future during her time at WKU.
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Apr 23rd, 2024
“I chose to attend WKU because of the merit scholarship opportunities, study abroad programs through the Mahurin Honors College and to stay closer to my brothers for a little longer as they positively influence and motivate me."
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Apr 22nd, 2024
“She has overcome every hurdle. And I am not sure people appreciate how difficult it is to remain so focused when you are separated from your family, friends and loved ones because they live thousands of miles away in a war-torn country."
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Apr 22nd, 2024
“I have always wanted to have a community that I can call home - a community that is large and welcoming - people that I can always rely on."
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Apr 9th, 2024
"I just want to be one of the examples for people who may also be struggling. Realize that you are going to have setbacks, you are going to have challenges, but you can still do great things."
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Mar 29th, 2024
“I have wanted to be a reporter since I was in third grade,” said Schanie, a Broadcasting major with minors in Marketing and Political Science.
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Dec 6th, 2023
“I’ve always loved working with kids, helping others and math. Elementary Education was the perfect combination of all three."
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Dec 4th, 2023
“I chose Finance because I figured I would have a wide range of careers to choose from when I graduated. Once I got into the program, I started to realize how much I love financial planning.”
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Dec 4th, 2023
“Last summer, I shadowed many dietitians and other professionals, such as chefs, athletic trainers, coaches and operation directors. I was able to see the impact dietitians have on athletes in the sports world."
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Nov 29th, 2023
"As someone who is originally from Bowling Green and spent a large amount of my childhood in the community, WKU has always had a special place in my heart."
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Nov 27th, 2023
“I was amongst a group of high school students that just didn’t know what they wanted to do with their lives, and I came to college to see what was out there.”
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Nov 17th, 2023
“The impact that I would like to leave here at Western is that there is a community that loves you and accepts you for who you are and that there is also a place for you."
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